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“Dining corrals” become even more hazardous for drivers

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Ridgewood NJ, UPDATE:  The Ridgewood Blog has learned that since these photos were taken, small red reflectors have been installed on some of the blocks. Despite this installation, we believe that more needs to be done to ensure the safety of drivers who will be passing by these large obstacles

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UPDATE : “Dining corrals” now in place on East Ridgewood Avenue

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Ridgewood NJ, UPDATE:  The Ridgewood Blog has learned that since these photos were taken, small red reflectors have been installed on some of the blocks. Despite this installation, we believe that more needs to be done to ensure the safety of drivers who will be passing and parking by these large obstacles.
In case you didn’t notice, several “dining corrals” are now in place on busy East Ridgewood Avenue.

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MacMurphy’s Hosting July 3rd BBQ with live music all day !

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Ridgewood NJ, MacMurphy’s wants to make sure we keep this tradition alive so we teamed up with the 4th of July Committee. On Saturday, July 3rd we will be hosting a BBQ with live music all day where a portion of our proceeds as well as a suggested $5 door donation will go directly to keeping the tradition. We hope to see all of our neighbors on the 3rd. Every little bit helps!

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The National Weather Service has issued a Heat Advisory till 8 PM EDT Tuesday

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Ridgewood NJ, the National Weather Service has issued a HEAT ADVISORY NOW IN EFFECT FROM NOON MONDAY TO 8 PM EDT TUESDAY.

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A CCTV Company Is Paying Remote Workers in India to Yell at Vandals, Trouble Makers and Armed Robbers

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Ridgewood NJ, just what Ridgewood needs to help police the Hudson Garage,  Live Eye Surveillance is a surveillance camera system that lets a remote human operator intervene whenever they see something suspicious. The operators can speak through store speakers to interact with people in the store. Live Eye’s system has caused some concern with workers, especially as it could potentially make dangerous situations worse.

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4 Tips to Ensure You’re Putting the Right Plant in the Right Place

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Ridgewood NJ, our backyards have taken on a greater importance in our lives since the COVID-19 pandemic. Yards, parks and other green spaces are the safe places for socializing, playtime and recreation. Just about anything you can do indoors – working, cooking, reading, exercising – can be done outside. And that’s why so many people are “backyarding” today and enhancing and expanding their personal bit of green.

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Ridgewood Farmer’s Market Opens Today !

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Ridgewood NJ, Ridgewood Farmer’s Market will be held at the West Side  of the Ridgewood Train Station Lot , every Sunday At 8:30am-2:00pm From June 27th Through November 21st.

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Independence Day Festivities Around Bergen County

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Ridgewood NJ, here are some of the events planned for July 4th in Bergen County. The Ridgewood blog will attempt to update events as we are made aware of changes and additions :

Independence Day is a federal holiday in the United States commemorating the Declaration of Independence of the United States, on July 4, 1776. The Continental Congress declared that the thirteen American colonies were no longer subject to the monarch of Britain, King George III, and were now united, free, and independent states.

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82% of Voters Say Religious Liberty Important

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Ridgewood NJ, Voters overwhelmingly believe religious freedom is important, and a majority are against requiring faith-based institutions to hire those who don’t share their beliefs.

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Multiple Reports of Diners Being Hit with Water bottles Tossed off the Hudson Garage

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Ridgewood NJ, there have been multiple reports of diners being hit with water bottles tossed off the Hudson Garage . Last Thursday evening around 6:30pm  a group of dinners at Pearl were hit  by water bottles and the Ridgewood Police were forced to respond after a 911 call was placed.

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Gong Cha Bubble Tea Targets Ridgewood for Its Next Store

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Ridgewood NJ, Gong Cha is set to open new stores in New Jersey and Massachusetts. The most popular brand in the US and beyond is also planning to open new stores in New York and another in Massachusetts all coming soon.

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Why was option of Making a Public Comment via Telephone or Zoom Completely Eliminated the Moment the Village Council meetings went “in-person.” ?

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I am delighted that Village Council meetings are now being held live, and that those who wish to attend in-person can now do so.

However, as I expressed in a letter to members of the Village Council on this matter, I fail to understand why the option of making a public comment via telephone or Zoom was completely eliminated the moment the meetings went “in-person.”

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RIDGEWOOD CHAMBER OF COMMERCE FARMER’S MARKET SUNDAYS JUNE 27TH-NOVEMBER 21ST 8:30AM-2:00PM

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Ridgewood NJ, Farm to Table Fresh Foods are what you will find at the Ridgewood Farmer’s Market. Get your fresh foods for the week. Summer camps, beach trips, picnics or summer barbeques.
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